CSIS 488 - Security Practices: Penetration Testing & Discovery

    Recent Professors
    Luciano Avendano
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027
    Class Size
    30 students
    Difficulty
    6.9Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    0
    Prerequisite
    CSIS 86 or CSIS 486
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This is an introductory course in developing penetration testing within the context of properly securing the network from attacks. It covers fundamental concepts of system vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, exploits, and countermeasures. Students are exposed to many computer attack methodologies to enable them to recognize and prevent malicious activity through defense techniques designed to develop better organizational security. The course also helps prepare students for the CompTIA PenTest+ industry certification exam. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online.